PLEX KNOCK MONITOR® V3
Never Miss Knock Again.
The PLEX KNOCK MONITOR® V3 is a professional knock detection and analysis system built for engine tuners, calibrators, and motorsport engineers who demand accuracy — from street builds to full race programmes. Powered by hi-fidelity audio filtering and a proprietary detection algorithm refined over 12 years. Compatible with gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuel engines.
*Knock sensors are not included (optional add-on below).
PLEX KNOCK MONITOR®V3
PRECISE. PROVEN. PRO.
Built on over 12 years of knock detection expertise, the PLEX KNOCK MONITOR® V3 is a professional knock detection and analysis system designed from the ground up for data-driven tuners, engine calibrators, and motorsport engineers.
At its core: a proprietary detection algorithm and hi-fidelity audio filtering that isolates knock from mechanical noise with precision conventional methods can’t match. Paired with advanced PC-based analysis tools, it gives you everything you need — from signal capture to cross-cylinder analysis — in one compact, field-proven system.
WHAT'S NEW? EVERYTHING.
POWERFUL PROCESSOR
ADVANCED KNOCK
DETECTION SETTINGS
DEDICATED MULTI-CORE DSP
ENHANCED PER CYLINDER DETECTION
HIGH FIDELITY
AUDIO FILTERING
ENGINE POSITION
SIGNAL DECODING
ENTIRELY CONFIGURABLE
100Mbit ETHERNET
INDUSTRIAL M8 CONNECTORS/
WIRING SYSTEM
POWERFUL PC ANALYSIS SW
FULLY CONFIGURABLE
RGB LED LIGHTS
CAN BUS DATA LOGGING
INDUSTRIAL QUALITY
MEMBRANE KEYPAD
2.8” ULTRA BRIGHT IPS DISPLAY
BUILT TO LAST
KEY APPLICATION AREAS
Knock detection sits at the heart of any serious engine development or tuning programme. Identifying detonation early — before it shows up as power loss or engine damage — requires more than a good ear. It requires accurate signal capture, reliable filtering, and the tools to analyse what you’re seeing.
Whether you’re optimising ignition timing on a high-compression build, validating combustion behaviour on a dyno, or monitoring a race engine at the limit, the data the PLEX KNOCK MONITOR® V3 delivers is what separates informed decisions from guesswork.
Used across a wide range of professional applications:
A Future-proof,
Cutting Edge Hardware.
We have literally built the new PLEX Knock Monitor from scratch, leveraging the latest advancements in electronics and signal processing to ensure unmatched performance and reliability. Designed with scalability and future updates in mind, the hardware is ready to adapt to evolving technologies and user needs. Whether you’re tuning engines today or preparing for the challenges of tomorrow, this is the tool that keeps you ahead of the curve.
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ENGINE & SENSORS SETUP
CRANK TRIGGER SETUP
KNOCK THRESHOLD CALIBRATION
EASY TO NAVIGATE
SETUP TREE INTERFACE
COMMON USER INTERFACE
FOR ALL PLEX DEVICES
WYSIWYG DASH PAGE
LAYOUT DESIGN
TRULY FAST CONFIGURATION
REAL-TIME CAN MSG STREAMING
BUILT-IN TEMPLATES
WAVEFORM GRAPH
FREQUENCY SPECTOGRAM
KNOCK vs RPM
CUSTOMIZABLE UI
FAST KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS
MULTIPLE GRAPHS & PANELS
EASY FILE COMPARISON
LIVE DATA UPDATING
SMART TUNING MAPS
KNOCK MONITOR VERSION COMPARISON
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| KNOCK MONITOR V2 | KNOCK MONITOR V3 | PLEX KNOCK MONITOR V3 | |
| (Discontinued) | Basic Version | HD Version | |
| Custom CAN BUS | -- | ||
| Knock Sensor Inputs | 1-2 | 2 | 2 |
| Detection per Cylinder | up to 8 | Up to 16 | Up to 16 |
| Knock Threshold | 2D | 2D | 2D + Advanced |
| USB Datalogging | -- | ||
| Ethernet | -- | -- | |
| # Data Channels | Only Knock | 64 | 256 |
| Engine Position Inputs | -- | RPM only | |
| Gain per Cylinder | -- | -- | |
| Gain per Sensor | -- | -- | |
| Knock Windowing | -- | -- | |
| Real-time FFT | -- | -- | |
| Configuration SW | Own (limited) | PLEX Device Manager V2 | PLEX Device Manager V2 |
| Analysis SW | -- | PLEX PDA-WIN V2 | PLEX PDA-WIN V2 |
| Connectors | JWPF | M8/DTM/JWPF | M8/DTM/JWPF |
DETAILED SPEC

| Dimensions (mm) | w 132 x h 76 x d 126 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 250g |
| Connector(s) | M8 Power/CAN M8 Knock Signals M8 Trigger/In-Out/5V-sgnd |
| Material | CNC machined aluminum |
| Sealing/Ingress Protection | IP5x |
| Supply Voltage Range | 9-30V DC |
|---|---|
| Current Consumption | max. 2A at 12V |
| Temperature Range | -20 to +60 degC |
| Type | RGB TFT IPS Wide-Temp |
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| Size (px) | 240 x 320 |
| Brightness | 900cd |
| Refresh Rate | 50Hz |
| CAN Bus | 1x |
|---|---|
| USB-C | 2 (for configuration/streaming & logging) |
| Ethernet | 100Mbit (HD version only) |
| Knock/Vibration Sensor | 2x |
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| Analog Inputs 0-5V | 2x (shared) |
| Digital Inputs 0-5V | 2x (shared) |
| Engine Position/Trigger VR/hall Inputs | 2x (HD version only) |
| Analog Outputs 0-5V | 2x (shared) |
| LEDs | 4x RGB (configurable) |
| Real Time Clock | with battery backup |
|---|---|
| Device/Sensor Voltage Monitor | +12V supply/+15V sensor supply |
| Device Temperature Sensor | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | — |
| Memory | USB flash drive or PC Logging |
|---|---|
| Max. Log Rate |
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| Max. Data Channels | 64 (Basic), 256 (HD) |
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| Max. Flag Channels | 64 (Basic), 256 (HD) |
| # of Pages | 24 |
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| Custom Page Design | yes |
| Custom Themes | yes |
| Pre-loaded Templates/Pages | yes |
| Knock Metrics |
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| Knock Frequency Analysis | Real-time/cylinder (HD version only) |
| Math Channels | 4 (Basic) , 8 (HD) |
DEVICE COMPATIBILITY
| Adaptronic | |
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| AEM |
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| Bosch Motorsport |
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| Carrot | |
| DTA |
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| ECUMASTER |
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| EFI |
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| Electromotive TEC | |
| Emerald |
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| Emtron | |
| E-Race Black | |
| GEMS | |
| Haltech | |
| Hondata |
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| KMS |
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| Life Racing | |
| LINK |
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| MAXX | |
| MARELLI | |
| Mectronic |
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| Megasquirt | |
| Microtech |
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| MMe |
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| MOTEC |
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| Pectel |
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| Specialist Components |
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| SYVECS |
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| Triject |
| BMW M2/M4 |
| MItsubishi Evo X |
| Toyot GT86 |
| OBD – CAN ISO15765 |
| OBD – MODE 22 MANUFACTURER SPECIFIC PIDS |
| OBD – UDS |
| J1939 |
| NMEA2000 |
| PDU Ecumaster |
| PDU HP Elektronic |
| PDU Life Racing |
| PDU Motec |
| PDU Syvecs |
| PDU Tremondi |
| PDU MSEL Master Relay |
| ABS Bosch Motorsport M4/M5 |
| DCU Motec MDC/MDC2 |
| KEYPAD Blink Marine |
| KEYPAD Tremondi |
| LAMBDA AEM |
| LAMBDA Ecumaster |
| LAMDA Haltech |
| LAMBDA Link |
| LAMBDA Motec |
| SENSOR AEM Thermocouple Amplifier |
| SENSOR KMS Thermocouple Amplifier |
| SENSOR KMS Flex Fuel |
| SENSOR KMS Speed Sensor |
| SENSOR Motec E888 |
| SENSOR Syvecs Thermocouple Amplifier |
| SENSOR TEXENSE IRN4C/IRN8C/THN4X |
| SENSOR AIM TPMS |
| SENSOR IZZE TPMS |
| TCU XAP ESHIFT2 |
QUESTIONS? ANSWERS.
| PLEX Device Manager 2.0 | download |
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| PLEX Data Analysis 2.0 (PDA-WIN) | download |
| 1. Device | ![]() |
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| 2. USB-C to USB Cable | ![]() |
| 3. 4m dual Knock Cable | ![]() |
| 4. 2m Trigger/IOs Cable | ![]() |
| 5. 2m Power/CAN Cable | ![]() |
| 6. Bosch Knock Sensors (optional) | ![]() |
| 7. Connectors & Pins | ![]() |
| 8. USB Stick Kit | ![]() |














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